Substitute Teacher (Childcare & Special Needs)

About Lapapoe

Lapapoe supports children, families, and childcare programs by connecting them with qualified care professionals who understand that every child is unique. We work alongside childcare centers serving children of all abilities, including children with disabilities, developmental differences, behavioral challenges, communication differences, and foster care experience.

Our goal is to help create inclusive environments where children can thrive, families feel supported, and educators have the resources they need to succeed.

About the Role

Lapapoe is seeking Substitute Teachers to provide staffing support to childcare centers across Metro Atlanta. Our substitute teachers help maintain safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environments while supporting children with diverse developmental, behavioral, and learning needs.

Assignments may range from a few hours to multiple days and may involve supporting an entire classroom, assisting lead teachers, or providing additional support to individual children.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage children in a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment
• Support classroom routines, activities, and transitions
• Follow lesson plans and classroom expectations provided by the childcare center
• Build positive relationships with children, educators, and families
• Support children with varying communication, behavioral, social-emotional, and developmental needs
• Maintain a professional and positive classroom environment
• Follow all childcare center policies and procedures
• Communicate effectively with childcare center staff and the Lapapoe team

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Experience working with children in childcare, education, recreation, family support, or related settings
• Experience supporting children with disabilities, developmental differences, behavioral challenges, or special needs
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to pass a background screening
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt to different childcare environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Childcare center experience
• Experience in special education, ABA, behavioral health, direct support services, or related fields
• CPR and First Aid certification
• Coursework or training in Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Social Work, Special Education, Human Services, or a related field
• Experience supporting children with autism, ADHD, intellectual and developmental disabilities, or social-emotional needs

Why Join Lapapoe?

• Flexible scheduling based on your availability
• Competitive hourly compensation
• Opportunities to work in a variety of childcare settings
• Meaningful work supporting children, families, and educators
• Professional development opportunities
• The opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of children with diverse needs

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule